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Revenge, Forgiveness, and Mercy: Lessons from W...

Explore the transformative journey of Caesar in War for the Planet of the Apes through the lenses of revenge, forgiveness, and mercy. Discover how these powerful virtues, both in the...

Revenge, Forgiveness, and Mercy: Lessons from W...

Explore the transformative journey of Caesar in War for the Planet of the Apes through the lenses of revenge, forgiveness, and mercy. Discover how these powerful virtues, both in the...

The Hero Within: Discovering Eternal Truths in the Wonders of Sci-Fi - From Galaxies to Genesis

The Hero Within: Discovering Eternal Truths in ...

Discover how beloved sci-fi narratives like Star Wars, Star Trek, and Dune reflect timeless spiritual truths. From Luke Skywalker to Paul Atreides, explore how heroes rise against evil, and learn...

The Hero Within: Discovering Eternal Truths in ...

Discover how beloved sci-fi narratives like Star Wars, Star Trek, and Dune reflect timeless spiritual truths. From Luke Skywalker to Paul Atreides, explore how heroes rise against evil, and learn...

The Moon, the Bible, and the Ballot: Ideologies in the 2024 Election - From Galaxies to Genesis

The Moon, the Bible, and the Ballot: Ideologies...

As the 2024 U.S. election looms, two dominant ideologies—represented by the Republican and Democrat candidates—reflect deeper societal battles, much like the conflicts in Robert Heinlein's The Moon is a Harsh...

The Moon, the Bible, and the Ballot: Ideologies...

As the 2024 U.S. election looms, two dominant ideologies—represented by the Republican and Democrat candidates—reflect deeper societal battles, much like the conflicts in Robert Heinlein's The Moon is a Harsh...

Man and AI Hands

Exploring the Intersection of AI and Relationsh...

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in both science fiction and reality has sparked our imagination and raised important questions about its role in our lives. From the helpful droids...

Exploring the Intersection of AI and Relationsh...

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in both science fiction and reality has sparked our imagination and raised important questions about its role in our lives. From the helpful droids...

The Olympic Opening Ceremony: A Chance to Reflect on Grace and Mercy - From Galaxies to Genesis

The Olympic Opening Ceremony: A Chance to Refle...

The recent Olympic opening ceremony has sparked a lot of controversy and debate within the Christian community. Some have seen it as a deliberate slap in the face of Christian...

The Olympic Opening Ceremony: A Chance to Refle...

The recent Olympic opening ceremony has sparked a lot of controversy and debate within the Christian community. Some have seen it as a deliberate slap in the face of Christian...

Fathers in Fiction and Faith: Father-Son Lessons from Sci-Fi and Scripture - From Galaxies to Genesis

Fathers in Fiction and Faith: Father-Son Lesson...

Reflecting on my father's dedication and love, I realize not all children are as fortunate. Through the lens of popular Sci-Fi stories and biblical narratives, we explore the profound impact...

Fathers in Fiction and Faith: Father-Son Lesson...

Reflecting on my father's dedication and love, I realize not all children are as fortunate. Through the lens of popular Sci-Fi stories and biblical narratives, we explore the profound impact...